"Choosing Paris for your language study holiday and your French course"
Why choose Paris to learn French?
Choosing the International French Academy School in Paris ensures a high-quality education experience, immersed in the rich culture and history of this magnificent city.

Coming to Lyon for a French course
- Paris is a large, dynamic, and modern city, with an extensive and efficient transport system, continuous development projects, and a thriving economy. The city offers an authentic and safe environment, with a unique charm that attracts visitors from all over the world.
- Paris is an international crossroads, easily accessible with two major international airports (Charles de Gaulle and Orly) and a well-connected TGV network. It is centrally located, making it easy to travel to all major European capitals.
- Paris is a city that suits all ages and budgets: it is a hub for universities, businesses, culture, and history. You’ll enjoy living in its diverse districts, each with a distinct atmosphere and architecture that reflects the city's rich history and development from antiquity to the present day.
- While Paris can be more expensive than other destinations, it offers unparalleled cultural experiences and educational opportunities. The International French Academy School in Paris ensures you get excellent value for your investment, providing a high-quality education experience in the heart of one of the world’s most beautiful and historic cities.
Come to Paris to practice your French according to your tastes and your desire to discover life in France
Paris is a lively and welcoming city: Parisians love going out to cafés and restaurants, strolling through the charming streets filled with shops and squares rich in history and monuments. You’ll be able to immerse yourself in the daily habits of Parisians and feel like a part of Paris during your stay, and in Paris, you’ll speak French!
The city’s vibrant culture and lifestyle offer endless opportunities to practice your language skills in real-life situations. From ordering a café au lait at a local bistro to discussing art at one of the many galleries, you’ll be constantly engaging with native speakers. Whether you’re exploring the historic Marais district or enjoying the green spaces of the Luxembourg Gardens, Paris provides a perfect backdrop for an immersive French learning experience.
Do you love art and culture ?
You can visit our many museums and historic districts. Unesco World Heritage Site since 1998, you can discover Old Lyon, our two hills Fourvière and Croix-Rousse, and the history of France through the history of Lyon since Roman times.
Do you love gastronomy and want to "live the French way ?
The people of Lyon love good food and good wine, so you'll be spoilt for choice. The Halles Paul Bocuse, the Cité de la Gastronomie, Lyon's pastry chefs and chocolatiers, not to mention the thousands of restaurants, are waiting to help you enjoy our art of living and our gastronomic traditions.
Do you love nature and sporting activities ?
You can take a walk in our magnificent Parc de la tête d'Or (botanical gardens, zoo) and all the other parks in Lyon, not to mention the surrounding area. You can also find sports halls, swimming pools and other places to practise your sporting activity during your stay in Lyon.